Hellmann's Just Launched Its First Avocado Oil Mayo. Is It Actually Healthier?
Here's what dietitians have to say.
As a sandwich enthusiast, mayonnaise is one of my go-to condiments, whether it's on a cheeseburger, grilled cheese or tuna sandwich. Now, my usual brand is Hellmann's because I love how fluffy and creamy its mayo is. However, like many people these days, I'm always on the hunt for healthier versions of my favorite foods. Speaking of which, Hellmann's recently added two new types of mayonnaise to its lineup which might be better for you than the original.
What are the new Hellmann's mayonnaises?
Hellmann's has two new mayos in its lineup: one made with avocado oil and the other with organic ingredients.
Hellmann’s 100% Avocado Oil Mayonnaise is “made with pure avocado oil, 100% cage-free eggs and no artificial preservatives,” according to the brand. One tablespoon contains 100 calories and 11 grams of fat (7 grams of monosaturated fat). Its ingredients are avocado oil, egg yolks, water, salt, distilled vinegar, lime juice concentrate, citric acid and lime extract.
Hellmann’s Organic Mayonnaise is “made with certified organic ingredients, organic cage-free eggs and no artificial flavors or preservatives,” Hellmann's says. One tablespoon also contains 100 calories and 11 grams of fat (2.5 grams of monosaturated fat). It's made with organic soybean oil, water, organic whole eggs, organic distilled white vinegar, organic egg yolks, salt, organic dried cane syrup, natural flavor and organic lemon juice concentrate and organic natural flavors.
Is avocado oil mayonnaise healthier than regular mayo?
Now, here's the real question: Is avocado oil mayonnaise better for you? We asked our registered dietitians, and this is what they had to say.
“I think many people are also thinking they need to switch to avocado oil to avoid seed oils — and they do not,” says Dana Angelo White, registered dietitian and certified athletic trainer. “The most important factor regarding oils is gravitating towards heart-healthy, unsaturated sources from most plant-based oils and cutting back on sources of saturated fat from coconut and palm oils.”
In general, avocado oil typically has high levels of monosaturated fats, which can help lower LDL cholesterol and maintain cells. That said, Toby Amidor, registered dietitian and food safety expert, says that avocado oil isn't always 100% pure. That's because the standard doesn't exist yet.
“A 2026 UC Davis Study found that 89% (48 of 54) of avocado oil-labeled products were adulterated with cheaper oils,” she says. “Similarly, 71% of mayonnaise samples were inconsistent and not made with 100% avocado oil. Researchers concluded that labeled claims of premium oils in processed foods aren't necessarily accurate most of the time, meaning when buying avocado mayonnaise it may not always consist of what the label says and may not be the better choice.”
At the end of the day, the choice to opt for avocado oil mayonnaise or organic mayonnaise is really a personal one, and our dietitians don't view it as being much healthier than the traditional.
Where can you get the new Hellmann's mayos?
Looking to get your hands on the new condiments? Both the organic and avocado oil mayonnaises are available at Kroger for $8.99, with a national launch planned for March 2027.
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